Oahu Weather Forecast for August 05, 2026

Oahu Weather Forecast for August 05, 2026

Light to moderate trade winds will prevail for the next few days, followed by increasing trade wind speeds this weekend. Meanwhile, an upper disturbance just to...

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Oahu Surf Forecast for August 05, 2026
Oahu Surf Forecast for August 05, 2026

Surf along south-facing shores will remain below seasonal averages through the remainder of the week. By this weekend, a small, long period south swell...

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Infrastructure improvements underway at new Līpoa, master-planned community in South Maui

As infrastructure improvements progress, Pacific Rim Land is preparing for groundbreakings on 122 future homes in the Kūlani at Līpoa subdivision and the 175-unit affordable Līpoa Apartments later this year.

Maui Council committee votes 7-1 to recommend $6 million purchase of West Maui water systems

A Maui County Council committee voted 7-1 Tuesday to recommend adoption of a resolution authorizing the county to spend up to $6 million to acquire two privately owned West Maui water systems.

Eligibility expands for Hoʻokumu Hou home rebuilding programs following 2023 Maui Wildfires

The County of Maui has extended the Hoʻokumu Hou application deadline to Dec. 31, 2026, and expanded eligibility for wildfire recovery programs following an increase in federal income limits.

Maui Weather Forecast for August 05, 2026

Light to moderate trade winds will prevail for the next few days, followed by increasing trade wind speeds this weekend. Meanwhile, an upper disturbance just to...

38th Annual Larry Libres Fishing & Diving Tournament

Melcor Boco poked the biggest tako at the Larry Libres Fishing & Diving Tournament, held Saturday at Kanahā Beach Park, becoming the first repeat champion in the 38-year history of the event.

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Free movie night at Kauaʻi Veterans Center to feature ‘Lilo and Stitch Live’

Guests will also have the opportunity to tour the Kauaʻi Veterans Museum, which will be open during the event.

Brown water advisory issued for Kōloa Landing

The Hawai‘i Department of Health advises beachgoers to stay out of waters that appear brown or murky

Six candidates battle in Aug. 8 primary to become Kauaʻi’s next mayor

The candidates, which include three current Kauaʻi County Council members, are all running to replace term-limited Derek S.K. Kawakami.

Hawaiʻi Foodbank to host a week-long food drive to combat food insecurity

Hawaiʻi Foodbank is hosting the annual Food Drive Day and will be accepting donations at six locations in Kauaʻi from Aug. 22 to 29.

News briefs for Aug. 5: Hawaiʻi Supreme Court Chief Justice formally swears-in, PUC expands program

Two statewide news stories on Hawaiʻi's newest Chief Justice and the latest decision by the Public Utilities Commission.

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News briefs for Aug. 5: ‘Rocky Horror’ auditions, broadband expansion and more

A quick look at news happening around the Big Island and throughout the state.

Pu‘u Wa‘awa‘a Forest Reserve, Pu‘u Anahulu Game Management Area 2026 hunting seasons approach

Puʻu Waʻawaʻa youth and disabled is weekends and state holidays throughout August; Puʻu Waʻawaʻa makai muzzleloader hunting and Puʻu Anahulu Game Management Area makai muzzleloader from first Friday in September through last Sunday in October.

Hawaiʻi County’s District 4 is an open council seat with Ashley Kierkiewicz unable to run due to term limits

With County Council member Ashley Kierkiewicz unable to pursue re-election due to term limits, four candidates are running to represent Lower Puna.

Repairs scheduled at Glenwood Recycling and Transfer Station

Residents are asked to take their recyclables to the Volcano or Keaʻau recycling and transfer stations during the construction period.

District 1: Incumbent Heather Kimball seeks re-election for 4th and final term against two challengers

Kimball is being challenged by retired entrepreneur Ren del Rosario and UFC Hall of Famer BJ Penn.